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05.19.2013
Science Helps Service Dogs Save Lives
Correspondent Collette Hicks follows 8th grader Allison Martin who gets vital support with her diabetes from her service dog, Stuart.
Questions:
- Explain what service dog, Stuart, can do to help identify a medical crisis for Allison brought on by her diabetes.
- Compare the 'service' hours to the community that Allison must provide in exchange for the 'service' Stuart provides to help her.
- Which law allows Allison to bring Stuart to school and other public and private places? Describe some of the challenges that occur because she can do this.
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